What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Cardiff is 160 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff train from?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff?

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Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 37m
£71–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3h 5m
£16–40
Drive 134.6 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiffcar 134.6 mi
2h 24m
£34–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 58m
£73–118

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 158.6 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 3, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 3h. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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